Honda Ridgeline

About Honda Ridgeline

Honda's Ridgeline will appeal to people who want a vehicle that drives like an SUV, has the cushy creature comforts and technology of an SUV, yet has a truck bed and can still carry payload and tow. The Ridgeline, all-new for 2017, is more capable, more fuel efficient, nicer to drive, more tech-savvy and, honestly, much better looking than the truck it replaces. The Ridgeline may not be ideal for people seeking a traditional truck, but for those who welcome a practical compromise between truck and SUV, the 2017 Honda Ridgeline may push all the right buttons. Smaller than a half-ton pickup, the Ridgeline should appeal to those who are looking for a more refined alternative to the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Toyota Tacoma and Nissan Frontier.

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The 2017 Ridgeline uses a new lighter, stronger platform, and has a more efficient, more powerful engine. While its quieter interior is loaded with tech-friendly features and there are all-new truck bed innovations for work and play, what's really creating a buzz is the new Ridgeline's more truck-like styling.

New for the Ridgeline for 2014 is the addition to the line of the Special Edition model. It includes 18-inch alloy wheels with black-trimmed spokes, Special Edition badging, the black trim package from the Sport model and the Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System, with Voice Recognition and Zagat Survey restaurant information.

The 2012 Honda Ridgeline gets a new Sport trim that includes black-painted 18-inch wheels, a black honeycomb grille, foglights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with cruise and audio controls, and more. All 2012 Honda Ridgeline trucks receive a new grille and headlight treatment, as well as a 1-mpg increase in highway fuel economy..

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2009 Honda Ridgeline gets a major refresh job, with a new grille, new front and rear bumpers and an updated interior. Other changes include more horsepower from the 3.5-liter V6 and a standard trailer hitch on all models.

A new trim level, the RTX, is added to the line and includes a trailer hitch as well as gray alloy wheels and color-keyed door handles. All models receive a driver's-side illuminated vanity mirror and four new colors.

Consumer Reviews

Could not have expected any more.

Reviewer Ratings

Overall Rating

10/10

Value

10/10

Reliability

10/10

Quality

10/10

Performance

9/10

Styling

10/10

Comfort

10/10

Pros: "Great Price"

Cons: "Needs a better navigation system"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"I bought this truck based on actual needs and reliability.From the first day I was impressed with the workmanship of this truck. The fit and finish was top notch. The ride was great. I averaged 26 mpg on my first road trip. And can have a heavy foot at times. I have had all the brand name trucks in my past. But I do not intend on going off road nor hauling over the 5000 pound limit. This truck fits my needs."

"Love my 2017 RTL-E - even better than my 2006 RTL - all the controls are where they are supposed to be on a Honda. I have owned it for a year now. I haul a small camper trailer (3600 lbs), kayaks and bikes - no problem. Actually does better on the back roads than on the highway with all that stuff. The only thing I have noticed is a grunting sound that I think only happens when the A/C is on - still trying to locate that. Exceptional ride, I do get comments and questions. The guys at Lowes and Home Depot like to make comments about not being a real truck. Trust me it is more of a real truck than I need. I like the everyday comfort of the drive and the ability to haul 3/4 ton of gravel (which I have done), and other things. I did look at the GM offerings, especially since they are made up the road from where we live, but their product is more expensive and does not have the quality record of the Honda. The only thing that was irritating was dealing with the dealer and Honda production about when it would arrive. Apparently Scarlet Pearl with Beige interior is a difficult to get. IMO, if you put money down when you order the vehicle, Honda should put it at the top of the build list and not make it go through the machine of allotments based on what the dealer sells. Honda severely underestimated how popular this vehicle is and is going to continue to be. This vehicle is 1 of 8 Honda that we have had over the years. My wife is jealous because of all the bells and whistles that my Ridgeline has that her 12 Odyssey doesnt - something tells me that a 2018 is on the horizon for someone. She even calls my Ridgeline an Odyssey with a pick-up bed ever since we read an article about the production process. The best truck out there for the everyday driver who needs to haul stuff every once in a while."

"My 2014 Pilot was the best vehicle I drove (uninspiring and ugly) and missed it the second I got rid of it. This Ridgeline is even better (and looks better) for drying dynamics, comfort, space, power etc. Tried the tacoma, already owned 2 of those, dont even come close. The bed and trunk are a big difference maker. Great gas milage, forget you are driving a truck but with all the truck benefit. Having owned 2 Tundras, several Tacomas and a Nissan Frontier, this blows them all away. Sure the tundra v8 was nice and it served me well for 10 years but 12 mpg got old fast. face it almost none of us go off road, we consider putting a mower or big box in the back what the truck is for, then price wise these are actually a steel. Tacomas 35k, Chevy over 40, Nissan 30, these are 32-36 depending and the difference is priceless. I can still tow my Boston Whaler and put my KLX250 in the back, and drive off in comfort. 280 HP with this transmission is quick and smooth. I put the truxedo low pro bed cover on it, much better than honda offering, and it looks even better. Keeps the snow out, skis clean and watertight."